Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu Base Camp Trek

Makalu Barun National Park is one of the most spectacular national parks in Nepal for its wildlife, jungle and the mountains. Mount Makalu(8,463m) world’s fifth highest mountain is located in this national park. Makalu Base Camp trek is newly established lodge based trekking in Makalu region which takes you deep into the high Himalaya while the giant of Makalu, The Great Black looms above you and Everest, Lhotse and Baruntseare all right in front of you . The verdant Arun and Barun river valleys lead to Makalu Base camp. The trail starts from Tumlingtar and while ascending or descending there are no flat walking sections, which make for quite arduous trekking. However, the natural surroundings are so beautiful that you will forget all the hardship and let the sceneric view soak in.

Mount Makalu is considered as one of the toughest 8000m peaks to climb – even the great Edmund Hillary failed twice. But the wilderness around it is just waiting to be explored by the intrepid trekker prepared to forget the comforts of teahouse treks. As you walk up the river valleys, immense mountain vistas will unfold before you, including the massifs of Makalu, Everest and Lhotse. While on this trek you will encounter the indigenous groups of Rai, Limbu, Sherpa and Lhomi people you resides lower down. One of the most popular trekking peaks of Nepal, the Mera Peak (6654m), also lies in the Makalu Barun region. A large variety of common as well as endangered flora and fauna are protected in this region including rhododendrons, orchids, Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Musk Deer, Wild Boar, Wild Yak, Himalayan Thar, and more than 420 varieties of bird species. Some believe the area is also home to the elusive Himalayan giant, the Yeti.

Trekking Experts uses the best hotels in Kathmandu and other
cities. Hotel varies from five stars to normal guest houses. Depending on your
budget, we choose the best hotels for this trip.

Please contact us at [email protected] or call us
at +977 435 2145 for trip cost and its included services.

Is this trek for you?

This trekking
is an average of 6 to 7 hours of walk a day.
For personal safety, some physical conditions are required. Prior to the
trek we suggest physical activities such as running, swimming and cycling etc
to make sure your body walk adjust 6 to 7 hrs walking.

Additional Information
If you wish to discuss any aspect of
trekking or your suitability for it, please phone +977 (0)1 435 2145 or email
at [email protected]

Fitness & Experience

This
trekking is an average of 6 to 9 hours of walk a day. For personal safety, some physical conditions
are required. Prior to the trek we suggest physical activities such as running,
swimming and cycling etc to make sure your body walk adjust 6 to 9 hrs walking.

Food

The more
food you eat at altitude the better you´ll perform. Menus for this trek will be
mostly ala-carte basis in best available lodges and restaurants. However our
trekking guide will help to set out the menu (for big groups). Considering the loss of appetite on the
higher altitude, Trekking Experts
endeavors to choose food items that are testy and easiest to digest at
high-altitude.

On the trek,
Trekking Experts will use only certified and reliable lodges and restaurants
where we can find hygienic, tasty and are able to prepare good meals at extreme
conditions. We suggest you to bring your own specialized food if you so desire
such as chocolate bars, dry foods etc. We cater to different dietary
requirements and full vegetarian menus can be provided on request.

Accommodation

In Kathmandu
you will stay at deluxe hotels with luxury services depending on what kind of
services you’ve chosen. While on trek you will have best available lodges for
13 nights. These lodges are considered as tea house and will have comfortable
twin or double rooms with attached bathroom and hot and cold running water
(subject to availability). These lodges are considered as standard lodges in
the mountains (which generally do not have running hot water and use shared
washing rooms and toilets), they are never-the-less remote. All the lodges will
have private rooms (twin or double) with normal blanket, pillow, bed etc.
However Trekking Experts suggest you to bring sleeping Bag.

You should
therefore not expect the standards that can be achieved in luxury accommodation
in the city. All accommodation is arranged on a twin sharing basis. If you are
travelling by yourself you will be paired up with another single client of the
same sex. Depending on availability, single rooms can be requested at a
supplementary cost. Additional hotel nights in Kathmandu can also be arranged.

Health

Our
professional trekking guides have gone through extensive training on wilderness
medicine and high altitude evacuation. And carry extensive medical kits
combined with hyperbaric chamber (optional, can provide on request) to provide
medical care on the mountain.

Your safety and the safety of all other
trekking crew combined with trekking guides, Sherpa helpers and porters are
most important for Trekking Experts. Trekking Experts requests all the members
for a full disclosure of the medical history which will also enable our doctor
to treat you quicker and better in case of an emergency. All medical records
will remain confidential and are only shared with the Doctor and Guides.

Insurance

It is
mandatory to have good emergency evacuation insurance which will cover
evacuation by any means of transportation from high altitude. It is also highly
recommended that all member have cancellation insurance in case of an accident
prior to departure, or if the trip is cancelled due to unforeseen
circumstances.

Safety

It isn’t a
successful bid until you return home. Reaching to the final destination is one
thing, but returning safely is much more important. The mountains are always
unpredictable and accidents can happen.
Trekking Experts believes that "the main key of safety is health
and proper planning and preparation, highest comfort level during whole trip
and best quality food, high sanitation standards, reliable communications, up
to date equipments and proper coordination are all relevant to safety."
Although we cover every aspect of safety measures, the possibilities of
disappointment and fatalities due to unpredictable circumstances cannot be
ignored. All members should be aware of the fact. Trekking Experts urge all the
members to consult, take advice and follow the guidance provided by the
professional trekking guides during the course of trekking.

Communication

Except in
higher altitudes and remote areas, telecommunication in Nepal has good network
coverage. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, if you wish to buy local sim cards for
communication, you can buy either at the airport or in the market once you are
out from airport.

Best Season

1. March to May:

During this
season the weather is relatively warmer with bright and clear sky in the
morning which slowly becomes hazier as the day progresses. This is also the
season of flowers. The rhododendron and other alpine floras are in full bloom
providing spectacular views of the Himalayan forests.

2. Mid September – Mid November:

This season
is an ideal time for perfect Mountain View. The days are typically sunny and
clear throughout the day with moderate temperature in the day and cold in the
morning and evening.

Weight Limit

Weight limit
for tented camp trek is 18 kg per person. And you can leave your baggage at
Kathmandu hotel if do not require in trekking. Please pack light and adhere to
the details of gear list.

Trekking Gear List

The
following checklist will help you to figure out what you should bring for this
trip. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of your
equipment to a minimum. The packed weight of your trek bag while trekking
should be no more than 15 kgs. It is possible to leave clothes or other items
not required on trek at the group hotel. Please include the following items for
your pack:

-Hiking boots

-Socks

-Trekking trousers /
pants

-Waterproof over
trousers / rain pants

-Underwear

-Baselayer shirts

-Casual shirt and/or
T-shirts

-Fleece jacket or
warm jumper/sweater

-Waterproof jacket

-Warm hat

-Eyewear –
Sunglasses

-Warm gloves or
mittens

-Headlamp with spare
bulb and batteries

-Sun protection
(including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)

-Water bottles 1
Litre

-Washbag and
toiletries

And
following timers are optional:

-Down jacket
(recommended)

-Trekking poles
(recommended)

-Spare laces

-Shorts

-Gaiters

-Scarf or buff

-Wet wipes

-Travel clothes

-Camera, film/memory
cards, batteries

-Penknife (remember
to pack sharp objects in hold baggage)

-Repair kit – (eg.
needle, thread, duct tape)

- Day sack to be carried personally

-Personal first-aid
kit that includes essential items

-Sleeping bag and
pillow, hot water bag

Customize this trip?

If you wish
to customize this trip as per your requirement, please send us an email at [email protected] quick inquiry with your requirements, our
experts team will get back to you shortly.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

World’s
fifth highest mountain Mount Makalu (8,463m)

Off-the-beaten
trekking trail and local tea houses

Takes you
deep into the high Himalaya

Giant
mountains Everest, Lhotse and Baruntse are all in view

Stunning
Arun and Varun river valley

Encounter
with indigenous groups of Rai, Limbu, Sherpa and Lhomi

Various
flora and fauna with the colorful forest of rhododendron

Can be seen
endangered animals like Snow Leopard, Red Panda, Musk Deer, Wild Boar and
more 420 varieties of birds